Associate Director, Digital Platform Engineer – Advancement Communications and Marketing

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University is seeking an Associate Director, Digital Platform Engineer to design, build, and optimize digital platforms across the Advancement and Alumni Engagement ecosystem.

Lead front-end and back-end development using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Liquid, and Node.js while coordinating with security, IT, and marketing teams. Hybrid work arrangement with GA residency required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in journalism, communications or marketing OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training.
• Residency in GA and ability to come to campus two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications, websites, and digital platforms with front-end and backend frameworks.
• Support SaaS, enterprise, and cloud-based deployments on Shopify, Acquia, Gravyty and AlumnIQ.
• Build core features and custom functionality using JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Liquid and Node.js.
• Write scripts to automate deployment, configuration, and API installations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development and production environments.
• Maintain platform governance, documentation, security, accessibility, and technical standards.
• Collaborate with IT on security, connectivity, and deployment concerns.
• Partner with Marketing Intelligence to translate audience insights into personalized experiences.
• This role requires coming in person two days a week.

Skills

Full stack development

Drupal back-end familiarity

Clear communication

Professionalism and discretion

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or marketing

Tools

Shopify

Acquia

Drupal

PHP

YAML

Composer

Job description

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

The Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources, technology, and business for the purpose of soliciting alumni, donor engagement, donor research, and stewardship throughout Emory University and Health Systems. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emory’s mission to serve humanity. We are currently seeking an Associate Director, Digital Platform Engineer.

The Digital Experience team translates designs and functional requirements into live, scalable technical implementations with a passion to engage alumni and persuade donors to invest in the work of Emory. The Associate Director, Digital Platform Engineer is responsible for building, optimizing and providing technical support for the digital platforms within Emory University, Advancement and Alumni Engagement digital ecosystem. This position reports to the Director of Communications and Marketing - Experience Technology.

KEY REPONSIBILITIES:

• Guides the marketing and communications efforts of the department.
• Develops strategic communications, branding, brand management, and marketing strategy development for strategic initiatives.
• Develops and creates programs, special event advertising, program materials, proposals, marketing kits, social media, and other communication materials that support division strategic goals, broadens exposure, or promotes the image/brand.
• Develops and creates effective methods for marketing strategies and distributing communication materials and information.
• May train others in the use of communications technology. Works with external vendors.
• Monitors project budgets.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Design, develop, and maintain applications, websites, and digital platforms with front-end and backend frameworks.
• Support SaaS, enterprise, and cloud-based deployments on Shopify, Acquia, Gravyty and AlumnIQ.
• Build core features and custom functionality features using JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Liquid and Node.js.
• Write scripts to automate deployment, configuration, and API installations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in development and production environments.
• Maintain platform governance, documentation, security, accessibility, and technical standards.
• Collaborate with Information Technology teams on security, connectivity, and deployment concerns.
• Partner with the Marketing Intelligence team to translate audience insights into personalized experiences.
• This position requires coming in person two days a week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience in journalism, communications or marketing OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three or more years of full stack development experience (JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Liquid, Node.js, front-end frameworks).
• Drupal back-end module familiarity, using PHP, YAML, and Composer. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Shopify, Acquia).
• Clear communicator able to explain technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and navigate a complex work environment.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [e-mail] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.